Our Story

Jamie Smith-Morvell 2023

Jamie hails from a picturesque town in rural Victoria, Australia. Time spent on family farms and in the bush nurtured his love for nature. Jamie's passion for Australian flora bloomed, and he found joy in identifying the diverse array of birds and other animals surrounding him.

Although Jamie's initial foray into academia led him to psychology and a career in disability services, his inherent love for nature steered him toward guiding and ecological fieldwork. Recognized for his in-depth knowledge of wildlife, Jamie has served as a field ecologist conducting fauna surveys and has led various tours across the Australian terrain.

Never missing an opportunity to delve into the outdoors, Jamie is an enthusiastic birder, hiker and wildlife photographer. Whenever time allows, he indulges in extensive trips focused on discovering and capturing the beauty of new species.

A Nat Hab Expedition Leader since 2023, Jamie relishes the thrill of seeking out animals in the bush and cherishes the joy of sharing these experiences with travelers. His work in ecology, guiding experience and personal wildlife endeavors have honed his ability to spot and understand the unique creatures that call Australia home. With an unquenchable love for Aussie animals and an almost obsessive fascination with birds, Jamie is overjoyed to lead Nat Hab expeditions across Australia, sharing his profound passion for nature.

What's in My Camera Bag

My Packing Philosophy

I like to reduce the cognitive overload of having too many options out in the field by limiting the amount of camera gear I carry.

Camera
Canon R6
Olympus OM System TG-6

Lenses
Canon 100mm
Canon 100-500mm
Tamron 150-600mm

Other
Swarovski 10x42 Binoculars
256GB and 512GB Memory cards
Extra Batteries
Cleaning Kit
Dry Bag
First Aid Kit
Water
Snacks

Upcoming Adventures with Jamie Smith-Morvell

Our Story

Our Trips

Polar Bear Tours

African Safaris

A sea lion swims near the photographer underwater in the Galapagos Islands

Galapagos Tours

Alaska Adventures

U.S. National Parks Tours

Canada & the North

Europe Adventures

Mexico & Central America Tours

South America Adventures

Asia & Pacific Adventures

A close-up of two king penguins on South Georgia Island

Antarctica & Arctic Journeys

Photo Expeditions

Adventure Cruises

Women's Adventures

Family Adventures

New Adventures

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  • 8 am to 3 pm on Saturday

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